Our graduate events calendar is designed to support student success by offering a range of opportunities in key areas. Graduate students can participate in events that promote health and wellbeing, enhance career planning skills, advance research capabilities, and foster academic preparedness. Each event is thoughtfully tailored to help students thrive in both their academic and professional pursuits. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns you may have about upcoming events at the Graduate College.
September 2025
Kick off the semester with everything you need to thrive as a graduate student!
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date:September 2, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Click to register.
(See calendar for Chats with Graduate College Staff on the Marietta campus and a virtual session)
Kick off the semester with everything you need to thrive as a graduate student!
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date:September 3, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register.
(See calendar for Chats with Graduate College Staff on the 食色视频 campus and a virtual session)
馃帗 Fall Semester Kickoff: Graduate Student Meet & Greet 馃崅
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming social event to kick off the new semester! This is a great opportunity for Master’s and Ph.D. students to connect, share experiences, and build community across disciplines. Whether you're new to campus or returning, come enjoy light refreshments, meet fellow grad students, and start the semester off right!
馃搮 Date: September 4, 2025
馃晵 Time: 5-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta Campus)
Explore the future of AI with Kathy Pham, tech builder, policy shaper, educator, and investor, as she reveals how artificial intelligence is transforming everyday life and why bridging technology, policy, education, and innovation is critical to shaping what comes next.
September 8, 2025, 2 - 3 p.m.
Joe Mack Wilson Student Center
食色视频 Dance Theater
Marietta Campus
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Kathy Pham is Vice President of Artificial Intelligence at Workday, a Senior Advisor at Mozilla, and a member of the faculty at Harvard University.
Kick off the semester with everything you need to thrive as a graduate student! Join us online for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
- Meet the Graduate College staff and get to know your support team
- Learn the ins and outs of GRA/GTA roles and responsibilities
- Get tips on navigating the Graduate College website and managing official emails
- Understand key milestones in your academic progression
- Discover upcoming student success events and how to get involved
- Find out how to enter our Fall T-Shirt Design Contest and show off your creativity!
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Join us for a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to connect with Dean Juliet Langman of the Graduate College over donuts and conversation! This informal gathering is a great chance to:
Date: September 10, 2025
Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Stop by, grab a treat, and connect with your graduate community—we’d love to see you there!
Dissertation Defense: Erin Hall
“How Secondary Online Teachers Perceive and Implement Executive Function Strategies in Online Classrooms: A Qualitative Case Study.”
Date: Thursday, September 11, 2025
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: 食色视频 Hall 2102
Online: Click .
Chair: Dr. Dabae Lee
Committee Members: Dr. Laurie Dias and Dr. Iván Jorrin Abellan
Come to tailgate with the Graduate College and stay for the game.
The Graduate College will have a table where current graduate students and alumni can visit to get swag. A limited number of grab and go foods will be available.
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Please join us for a review of the required dissertation template. This workshop will focus on the guiding principles of the template and how to support students who will be submitting their dissertations in the future.
The intended audience for this workshop is any 食色视频 students or faculty who are involved in doctoral committees, are pursuing a doctoral degree, or will be in the future.
Click to register.
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming opportunity to connect with Dean Juliet Langman of the Graduate College over snacks and conversation! This informal gathering is a great chance to:
Date: September 18, 2025
Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Stop by, grab a treat, and connect with your graduate community—we’d love to see you there!
Feeling overwhelmed by your dissertation or thesis literature review? You're not alone. This essential research step can be one of the most challenging and time-consuming parts of graduate school. But what if you could approach it with more strategy, efficiency, and technological support?
Join us for an insightful webinar designed to demystify the literature review process. We'll break down the task into manageable steps and explore powerful strategies to help you succeed.
Click to register.
Mark your calendars and prepare to wear gold, as we unite to create lasting memories during this year's Homecoming football game. The Graduate College will have a tent where current graduate students and alumni can visit to get swag. Stay for the game and watch your 食色视频 Owls take on Middle Tennessee.
You must register to attend this event. Click HERE to register for the Tailgate on the Alumni Association's page.
Tailgate info:
You Belong Here! Make plans to attend this career fair to network and learn about job and internship opportunities for your major and future career goals.
Registration is not required but encouraged to allow for push notifications and reminders.
Here is what you can expect when you attend:
Please join the Graduate College and Wellness@食色视频 for a virtual wellbeing panel workshop and learn about the many wellness resources available to 食色视频 graduate students.
- CARE Services
- Center for Young Adult Addition and Recovery
- Counseling and Psychological Services
- Health Promotion and Wellness
- Sports and Recreation
A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
Microsoft Teams
Meeting ID: 250 464 425 075 3
Passcode: d3xS9mf3
Click to register.
October 2025
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: October 1, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register!
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
Need guidance on your graduate journey? Schedule a personalized one-on-one session with the Graduate College Staff to discuss important topics such as:
Send an email to gradcollege@kennesaw.edu to schedule your virtual session. To make the most of your session, please submit your questions in advance via email. This will help ensure a focused and productive conversation tailored to your needs.
To logo on:
Meeting ID: 218 980 038 216
Passcode: PY2sY9Xt
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: October 7, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Click to register!
Discover how you can make a difference in people's lives through the Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics (MSPO) program. Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn more about the program, application process, and the opportunities that await in this rewarding field.
馃敆 Register here:
Upcoming Sessions (Eastern Time):
The Scholarly Publishing and Research Sub-Unit invites you to attend their new series of virtual webinars titled "Experts On... Repositories." In this series, we'll hear from 食色视频 experts on a variety of topics regarding institutional, named, and subject-specific repositories in higher education.
Experts on Repositories: Depositing Graduate Student Work | October 8 at 11AM ET
Our expert: Dean of the Graduate College and Professor of Applied Linguistics Dr. Juliet Langman. Moderated by Assistant Director of Academic Engagement and Instruction, Collegiate Librarians Kristina Clement.
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
Please join us for a workshop reviewing how to prepare your dissertation for final submission after your successful defense. This workshop will focus on the requirements of the dissertation template and how to ensure that your submitted manuscript is accepted in time for your graduation.
The intended audience for this workshop is any doctoral candidate. It is recommended that anyone planning to graduate this semester attends this workshop.
Click to register.
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
Join us for a hands-on cooking demo on October 16 from 5–7 PM, where you'll learn to make a delicious Spicy Tuna Sushi Stack!
This interactive event is limited to 12 graduate students, so be sure to register early. A waiting list is available once spots fill up.
If you register but can no longer attend, please notify us at gradcollege@kennesaw.edu so we can offer your spot to someone else.
Click to register.
We look forward to cooking with you!
Join the Graduate Student Association for an evening full of creativity, innovation, and inspiration!
Come watch our talented Master’s and Ph.D. students pitch their research and projects to faculty judges. Whether you’re there to cheer on friends, get inspired for your own ideas, or just enjoy some great networking and free snacks this event has something for everyone.
You’ll walk away with fresh ideas, new connections, and a front-row seat to the exciting work happening across 食色视频. Don’t miss your chance to support your peers and be part of an awesome campus tradition!
It's not too late to register to be a participant—sign up !
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
Learn how to use Zotero, a free, open-source citation manager, to collect, annotate, and cite your sources.
The workshop portion will run from 5-6 pm. You are welcome to stay until 6:30 with questions for the presenter.
Click to register.
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
The Bagwell College of Education, Department of Secondary and Middle Grades announces a Public Oral Doctoral Dissertation Defense
Therese Rinehart
Candidate for Doctor of Education
in Secondary and Middle Grades Mathematics Education
Dissertation Title:
Student Engagement in High School Mathematics Blended Learning Classrooms
Dissertation Committee:
Dr. Mei-Lin Chang (Chair)
Dr. David Glassmeyer
Dr. Johari Harris
Join via
Meeting ID: 254 285 064 935 1
Passcode: hA9t592f
Attendees, please turn off your cameras and microphones once the defense has started until the time for questions and answers.
Explore exclusive opportunities for graduate students at our upcoming career events! Employers are actively seeking advanced degree candidates—don’t miss your chance to connect, attend a fair and visit Graduate Row!
馃鈾傦笍 Graduate Students Yoga Night! 馃鈾锔
Take a break from your studies and join us for a relaxing evening of yoga. Connect online with fellow grad students, unwind, and rejuvenate your mind and body. 馃鈾傦笍鉁
馃搮 Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2025
馃晵 Time: 5-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Microsoft Teams
Register !
Meeting ID: 254 438 883 432 2
Passcode: 5KQ9kU2K
November 2025
Feeling stressed about housing? Are you looking for roommates?
Then attend this event to connect with others, find potential roommates, and get connected to housing resources!
When: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Where: University Hall
Room: 217
Campus: 食色视频
Click for more information.
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: November 4, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: November 5, 2025
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register!
Need guidance on your graduate journey? Schedule a personalized one-on-one session with the Graduate College Staff to discuss important topics such as:
Send an email to gradcollege@kennesaw.edu to schedule your virtual session. To make the most of your session, please submit your questions in advance via email. This will help ensure a focused and productive conversation tailored to your needs.
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
Discover how you can make a difference in people's lives through the Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics (MSPO) program. Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn more about the program, application process, and the opportunities that await in this rewarding field.
馃敆 Register here:
Upcoming Sessions (Eastern Time):
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
馃鈾傦笍 Take a break from your studies and join us for a relaxing evening of yoga. Connect with fellow grad students, unwind, and rejuvenate your mind and body. 馃鈾锔忊湪
馃搮 Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
馃晵 Time: 5-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Marietta Campus, Recreation and Wellness Center—Group Fitness Studio
Yoga mats will be provided for the in-person sessions. Students are required to complete a facility waiver for the in-person sessions.
Click to register!
How to sign the facility waiver:
Visit On the top right select “log in” Log in with your NetID and password The waiver will appear Review waiver and click “Accept Now”
You will now have a waiver on file and will not have to re-sign during the duration of your time at 食色视频.
馃鈾傦笍 Take a break from your studies and join us for a relaxing evening of yoga. Connect with fellow grad students, unwind, and rejuvenate your mind and body. 馃鈾锔忊湪
馃搮 Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
馃晵 Time: 5-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: 食色视频 Campus,聽Student Recreation and Activities Center 鈥 Room 2090
Yoga mats will be provided for the in-person sessions. Students are required to complete a facility waiver for the in-person sessions.
Click to register.
How to sign the facility waiver:
Visit On the top right select “log in” Log in with your NetID and password The waiver will appear Review waiver and click “Accept Now”
You will now have a waiver on file and will not have to re-sign during the duration of your time at 食色视频.
Calling all graduate students and experienced job seekers! Join the Department of Career Planning and Development as we explore how to create strong, effective resumes and CVs for academic and professional roles. Learn how to highlight your skills and experience to make your application stand out for your next professional role.
Date: Monday, November 17, 2025
Time: 5-6 p.m.
Location: Online
Click to register.
The Department of Career Planning and Development is offering after-hours advising for Graduate Students in CCSE, Coles, or Radow on these select dates, from 5-7 p.m.:
Sign up for resume and cover letter reviews, internship and job search strategies, interview preparation, and career exploration and planning.
Appointments are limited, so book a virtual or in-person session early!
The Center for Young Adult Addiction and Recovery will host a naloxone training session for graduate students that will teach how to administer naloxone, a medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
Training is free for 食色视频 graduate students. Each person who attends and completes the training will be given a free Naloxone kit.
Sign-up is required. Click to register.
At the end of this training, the participants will be able to:
*** If, after you register, you find that you cannot attend this event, please email gradcollege@kennesaw.edu as soon as possible, as there is a waiting list. ***
December 2025
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on 食色视频 campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on 食色视频 campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on Marietta campus in Norton Hall, 2nd Floor)
Final Exam SnackTime 馃崕馃摎
Master's and Ph.D. students: Take a well-deserved break from studying and recharge with some tasty snacks!
When: December 2, 3, & 4
Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
Where: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta campus)
Come grab a bite, relax, and fuel up for finals — you’ve got this!
(Also on 食色视频 campus in the Academic Learning Center, Room 3550)
January 2026
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
馃帗 Spring Semester Kickoff: Graduate Student Meet & Greet 馃崅
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming social event to kick off the new semester! This is a great opportunity for Master’s and Ph.D. students to connect, share experiences, and build community across disciplines. Whether you're new to campus or returning, come enjoy light refreshments, meet fellow grad students, and start the semester off right!
馃搮 Date: January 21, 2026
馃晵 Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Academic Learning Center (ALC), Room 3550, 食色视频 Campus
馃帗 Spring Semester Kickoff: Graduate Student Meet & Greet 馃崅
Join us for a relaxed and welcoming social event to kick off the new semester! This is a great opportunity for Master’s and Ph.D. students to connect, share experiences, and build community across disciplines. Whether you're new to campus or returning, come enjoy light refreshments, meet fellow grad students, and start the semester off right!
馃搮 Date: January 22, 2026
馃晵 Time: 5-6:30 p.m.
馃搷 Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor (Marietta Campus)
Kick off the semester with everything you need to thrive as a graduate student! Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: January 27, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Click to register.
Discover how you can make a difference in people's lives through the Master of Science in Prosthetics & Orthotics (MSPO) program. Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn more about the program, application process, and the opportunities that await in this rewarding field.
馃敆 Register here:
Upcoming Sessions (Eastern Time):
Kick off the semester with everything you need to thrive as a graduate student!
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: January 28, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register.
February 2026
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: February 3, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Academic Learning Center, Room 3550
Click to register.
Turn your passion into impact with a Master of Social Work (MSW)!
Join one of our upcoming Virtual Information Sessions to learn how an MSW can empower your career and your community.
Session Dates:
Don't miss your chance to explore the MSW program and ask your questions live! Register today
/wellstar/degrees-programs/graduate/master-social-work/index.php
Join us for an informative and interactive session where you’ll:
馃搮&苍产蝉辫;Date: February 4, 2026
馃晵&苍产蝉辫;Time: 4:30-6 p.m.
馃搷&苍产蝉辫;Location: Norton Hall, 2nd Floor
Click to register.
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